The Škoda Fabia WRC made its debut in 2003 in the World Rally Championship (WRC), replacing the Octavia WRC. It was fitted with a 2.0 turbo four-cylinder engine limited to around 300 bhp, four-wheel drive and a sequential gearbox, in compliance with the World Rally Car regulations of the time. François Duval and Patrick Pivato took part in the 2006 Rally de Monte-Carlo with a Skoda Fabia, although they were unable to finish due to an accident on SS9. Tecnitoys drew inspiration from this car for its model 6459.